Employment Opportunities

The Beginning School Teacher works as a member of a team including one other Head Teacher and Teacher Assistants. The Beginning School Teacher shares full responsibility for the classroom and students with the Co-Head Teacher; collaborates to assure the coherence, relevance and vibrancy of the program; plans and manages the classroom environment; works with children on academic, social and emotional growth; tracks and maintains records for each child; trains and supervises Teacher Assistants; and participates in the admissions process. The position also includes conferencing with parents at least three times a year and maintaining consistent communication with the parents of the students in the class via a weekly newsletter.

The Head Teacher works in cooperation with all Trinity Beginning School teachers to offer a comprehensive educational program that attends to the developmental needs of children. All teachers also come together on a regular basis to examine student work, discuss best teaching practices, and hone professional skills.

Essential Responsibilities, Duties and Skills include the following. Plan and conduct an effective, developmentally appropriate program to meet the social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of each child – in the classroom, outside and in both small-group and large-group activities.

Communicate thoughtfully and professionally with parents and colleagues regarding curriculum, students, and development issues, verbally and in written form

Create an inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure, along with an atmosphere of support and safety to encourage children to experience and acquire new skills

Provide experiences that promote individual self-expression in conversation, imaginative play, and creativity in a center-based classroom

Consult with Administration in matters of classroom management, teaching methods, and general school procedures

Bachelor’s degree required

Criminal background check and clearance required

Trinity is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, age, color, gender, national origin, citizenship, age (18 or older), religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

Trinity Episcopal School seeks a Pre-K-8 Substitute Classroom Teacher. Applicants must be knowledgeable in planning and implementing a strong academic program and have teaching experience in their field of study. A degree is preferred along with previous experience at an independent school is a plus.

Founded in 1952, Trinity Episcopal School is an independent, co-ed, PreK-8 school. The school seeks to enroll proficient students in a strong academic program that views the whole child. Trinity graduates go on to the most selective universities and colleges across the country.

Trinity Episcopal School provides a competitive salary. Please send a cover letter and resume to Mark Ravelli, Head of School at mravelli@tesgalv.org.

Teacher's Assistant for the Beginning School

Our Beginning School is looking for a Teacher's Assistant who can help assist the Lead Teacher wherever s/he will be needed. That person must be willing to enhance the learning environment for our students. The ideal candidate for this position must have experience in early childhood and is working toward a CDA. The candidate must be able to lift 40lbs and is willing to go the extra mile for the good of the children and the school.

Required Qualification, Knowledge and Skills

The position requires:

An individual that is working toward a bachelor's degree or working toward a CDA in education, and an understanding of the development of young children.

Patience and an understanding of children, and a willingness to learn.

The stamina and flexibility to meet the demands of the position.

A willingness to travel to different classrooms throughout the day helping when and where needed.

One to help with preparing snacks for children, assist with the greeting of parents daily.

One to clean up when snacks are over and to assist the children in washing dishes.

Able to pass a background check and attend a SafeGuarding God's Children workshop.

Presentation of Subject Matter

The Teacher's Assistant must:

Have a respectful attitude.

Help with educational activities when needed.

Be able to reinforce desired behavior.

Be able to represent the school positively in the community.

Trinity is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, age, color, gender, national origin, citizenship, age (18 or older), religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

The Classroom Teacher is responsible for social, emotional and academic (language arts, mathematics, social studies and science) development and growth of its students.

The ideal candidate should have three or more years of full-time teaching experience at the primary level and possess a bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree is preferred. We are looking for a candidate that has a commitment to support Trinity’s mission, foster each child’s intellectual, physical and spiritual development, love of learning and strength of character. In addition, an ideal candidate should have a positive collaborative leadership style with outstanding communication and organizational skills.

Essential Responsibilities, Duties and Skills include the following.
• Plan and conduct an effective, developmentally appropriate program to meet the social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of each child – in the classroom, outside and in both small-group and large-group activities
• Communicate thoughtfully and professionally with parents and colleagues regarding curriculum, students, and development issues, verbally and in written form
• Create an inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure, along with an atmosphere of support and safety to encourage children to experience and acquire new skills
• Provide experiences that promote individual self-expression in conversation, risk-taking and developmentally appropriate practices
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date observations of students
• Provide positive guidance to help children develop self-control
• Create informative weekly newsletters and maintain a classroom web page
• Demonstrate professionalism through reliability, participation in school obligations, and a respectful attitude in professional relationships
• Demonstrate integrity, patience, openness, sensitivity, enthusiasm and friendliness
• Articulate programs, expectations, and behavioral guidelines; oversee student behavior and discipline
• Provide supervision and support to parents
• Consult with administration and peers in matters of classroom management, teaching methods, and general school procedures
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Criminal background check and clearance required
Education and Experience
• BA or higher degree in area of child development, education or related field
• Clear or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Trinity is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, age, color, gender, national origin, citizenship, age (18 or older), religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.